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Yellow Gold Tahitian Black Pearls Contemporary Earrings with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
earrings both contemporary and classic. The simple lines and baroque pearls add an elegant touch to any
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Oriental Pearl, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Cultured...
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W 0.4 in D 0.4 in Dm 0.4 in L 1.97 in
Yellow Gold Fig Garden Pearls Contemporary Earrings with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary Fig Garden drop earrings are made of 18-karat yellow gold with South Sea
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2010s German Contemporary Drop Earrings
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South Sea Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, White...
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W 0.4 in D 0.4 in Dm 0.4 in L 1.97 in
Contemporary Pearl Earrings
Located in Vadgam, GJ
with our exquisite sterling silver stud earrings featuring lustrous white freshwater pearls. Crafted
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Stud Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage Erwin Pearl Necklace and Earrings Set 1980s
By Erwin Pearl
Located in London, GB
Vintage Erwin Pearl Necklace & Earrings Set 1980s
An incredible 1980s bib necklace and statement
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Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings
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Gold Plate
Pearl Earrings
Located in Geneva, CH
Earrings in 18kt white gold set with 2 South See pearls, 2 Thaiti pearls and
4 shield
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pearl Threader Earrings, Pearl Wedding Earrings, Genuine Cultured Pearl Earrings
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
: 14K Yellow Gold
Earring Type: Threader
Gemstone: Freshwater Pearl
Gemstone Color: White w High Luster
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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L 3.5 in
White Pearl Platinum Earrings
Located in Geneva, CH
Earrings 950 platinum set with two white pearls 15.75 - 16.20mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Platinum
Contemporary Petite Dangle Pearl Earrings in Sterling Silver
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
From the Orbit collections - the Petite Spiral Dangle Earrings are a contemporary classic earring
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2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Gold, Sterling Silver
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H 1.54 in W 0.56 in D 0.21 in L 0.63 in
Contemporary Petite Dangle Pearl Earrings in Sterling Silver
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
From the Orbit collections - the Petite Spiral Dangle Earrings are a contemporary classic earring
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2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Gold, Sterling Silver
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H 1.54 in W 0.56 in D 0.21 in L 0.63 in
South Sea pearls Earrings
Located in Geneva, CH
Earrings in 18kt white gold set with 2 South Sea pearls, 2 Thaiti pearls 42.55 cts and 2 diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gray 22K Gold Tahitian Pearl Dangle Drop Earrings Contemporary Design
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Midnight Pearls Earrings. Simple, elegant dangle drop earrings. A Handwoven chain descends from a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Oriental Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Black Pearl, Pearl, Yello...
Nathalie Jean Contemporary Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings
By Nathalie Jean
Located in Milan, Lombardia
Realised by hand in Nathalie Jean's atelier, Nakkar Earrings pay homage to the pearl, a symbol of
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2010s Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tahitian Baroque Pearl Yellow Gold Contemporary Drop Earrings with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary Fig drop earrings are crafted from 14-karat yellow gold, adorned with a with
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
South Sea Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl...
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W 0.4 in D 0.4 in Dm 0.4 in L 1.97 in
Pearl Duo Earrings
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
Our Pearl Duo Earrings are made by hand in 18Karat Yellow Gold and feature a pair of round mini
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2010s European Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold
Detachable Pearls Eighteen Karat White Gold Contemporary Earrings with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
pearls and two diamonds. The earrings by the artist were featured in Vogue UA review. We use top natural
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Oriental Pearl, Natural Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Black Pearl, Pearl, White...
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W 0.4 in D 0.4 in Dm 0.4 in L 1.97 in
Black Pearl White Gold Earrings
Located in Geneva, CH
Earrings in 18kt white gold set with two black pearls 14.20 - 14.40mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Pearl Earrings with Diamonds
Located in Geneva, CH
Earrings in 18kt white gold set with 2 white pearls 5.63 cts and 288 diamonds 2.35 cts
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Contemporary 18 Karat Gold Freshwater Pearl Diamond Tsavorite Sapphire Earrings
By FANCS V by Simona Elia
Located in Palermo, Italy PA
Behold the grandeur of these massive freshwater pearl earrings -- a true marvel of artistry and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Sapphire, Freshwater Pearl, Tsavorite, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Brown Diamo...
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W 0.91 in L 2.09 in
Golden 15mm Pearls Diamond 22-21k Gold Contemporary Drop Dangle Earrings
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Custom order. Golden Eve Drop Earrings. These 21K gold elegant contemporary dangle earrings are an
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Oriental Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Natural Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, B...
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H 1.5 in Dm 0.63 in L 1.5 in
Diamond Earrings with Black Pearls
Located in Geneva, CH
Earrings in 18kt white gold set with 2 black pearls 14.34 cts and 174 diamonds 2.43 cts
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Contemporary Akoya Pearls & Ruby Earrings in 18K White Gold
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
18 Karat Gold
DB- 1.90 CT
Ruby- 3.89 CT
Akoya Pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
22 Karat Gold Tahitian Pearl Dangle Drop Earrings Contemporary Designer Jewelry
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Midnight Pearls Earrings. Simple, elegant dangle drop earrings. An antiquities twist on a minimal
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Black Pearl, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 22k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Five Cultured Pearl Dangle Earrings, White Gold Genuine Pearl Earrings
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Earring Type: Dangle
Earring Length: 49 mm / 2 in
Pearl Number: 10
Pearl Shape: Round And Pear
Round Pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Grey Pearl Earrings Dangle and Drop Grey Black Pearl Earrings
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
These gorgeous gray pearl earrings are perfect for anyone! They are genuine cultured pearls that
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2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Black Pearl
Contemporary 18 Karat Gold Diamond Sapphire and Pearl Drop Earrings
By FANCS V by Simona Elia
Located in Palermo, Italy PA
A gorgeous pair of 18-karat white gold double drop earrings masterfully created by hand. Each
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, Natural Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, ...
"the Girl with the Pearl Earring", Inkjet on Canvas, Handmade in Italy 2021
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...
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2010s Italian Industrial Contemporary Art
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 7.88 in
Double Triangle Pearl Earrings
By Aracheli Studio
Located in Monrovia, CA
The earrings are light weight and are made to rotate and reposition with movement.
The earrings
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Brass
Baroque Pearl Drop Earrings
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
Our Baroque Drop Earrings are a best seller in our collection. This pair of earrings features
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2010s European Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold
Pearl Diamond 18K Gold Earrings
Located in Geneva, CH
Grey and Brown Pearls mounted on rose Gold and diamond Ear Pendants.
Total length: 2.36 inches
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2010s Baroque Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Cream South Sea Pearls Diamond 22-21K Gold Contemporary Drop Dangle Earrings
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Custom order. Daylight Drop Earrings. These 21K gold elegant contemporary dangle earrings are an
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
South Sea Pearl, Pink Diamond, Oriental Pearl, Natural Pearl, Black Pear...
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H 1.75 in L 1.75 in
Diamond Pearl White Gold Earrings
Located in Geneva, CH
Contemporary Pair of Earrings in white gold. Round cut Diamond and Cultured grey Pearls.
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Early 2000s Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, White Gold
Contemporary 14K White Gold Diamond and Akoya Pearl Crown Drop Earrings
Located in Lexington, KY
diamonds and a pair of beautiful articulated Akoya pearl drops. These earrings combine the comfort and ease
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Margie Pearl Needle Cuff Earring
By LABULGARA fine jewelry
Located in Long Island City, NY
The Margie Pearl Cuff Needle Gold Earring is a statement earring in solid 14k gold featuring a
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2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold
Diamond and Pearl Contemporary Long Dangle Earrings Set in White Gold
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior Contemporary Dangle Earrings set in White Gold with 16 small pearls and 44 Colorless
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold
Maria Kotsoni Contemporary 18K Gold & Akoya Pearl Long Ear Jackets Stud Earrings
By Maria Kotsoni
Located in Nicosia, CY
The ‘Pearl breeze’, ear jackets are crafted in 18K gold hallmarked in Cyprus. These impressive
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2010s Cypriot Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold
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W 0.48 in D 0.24 in L 1.97 in
Pearl Stud Earring w Beaded Frame Yellow Gold Pearl Post Earrings
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
2022 Best Selling Pearl Earrings! Add a little pizazz to your pearl jewelry with this beaded frame
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2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Double Delight Pearl Stud Earrings
Located in Vadgam, GJ
: Sterling Silver
- Earrings Weight: 3.48 Grams
- Pearl Type: Freshwater Pearls
- Pearl Size: 5 mm & 7.5 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Contemporary Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautiful pair of white cultured pearl and diamond drop earrings set in 18k yellow gold.
Each
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2010s British Modern Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings in 18k White Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautiful pair of white cultured pearl and diamond drop earrings set in 18k white gold.
Each
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2010s British Modern Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bee Pearl Drop Earrings, Six Cultured Pearls w Rope Accent Dangle Earrings
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
These pearl dangle earrings are 14 karat yellow gold and have an accent bumble bee constructed from
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.5 in L 1.5 in
Contemporary 18 Karat Gold Green Orchid Pearl Diamond and Sapphire Drop Earrings
By FANCS V by Simona Elia
Located in Palermo, Italy PA
Tahitian pearl drops, suspended by a row of sapphires.
These earrings convert into a second pair - the
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
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H 3.39 in W 1.42 in
Tourmaline Pearl Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful earrings are handcrafted in 18-karat gold and sterling silver. It is set with 16.4
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Tahitian Cultured Pearl Earrings
By Prince Diamond
Located in New York, NY
This Earring features:
Pearl size : 10-11mm
Nature: Tahitian Cultured Pearl
Luster: AAA Exc.
Nacre
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
South Sea Pearl and Diamond 18k White Gold Fine Contemporary Earrings
Located in Aspen, CO
Large and fine white South Sea pearl and diamond earrings. Luxuriate in the knowledge that these
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sapphire, Diamond and Pearl Dangle Earrings
Located in Nantucket, MA
A stunning pair of dangle earrings with a faceted, oval sapphire on the post surrounded by round
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21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Coral Pearl Drop Gold Earrings
By Amanda Clark for Altfield
Located in Central, HK
A pair of elegant clip-on drop earrings, handcrafted with Sardinian coral set in a beaded 18K gold
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Coral, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Dangle Diamond Pearl Earrings
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K white gold,
2 diamonds 0.16 cts.
80 diamonds 0.59 cts
13-14 mm South Sea Pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold
Pearl and blue topaz earrings
Located in New Orleans, LA
Elegant long earrings in 14kt white gold. A large semi round pale grey baroque freshwater pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Blue Topaz
Mother of Pearl Earrings with Onyx Earrings
Located in Geneva, CH
Earrings in 18kt white gold set with 222 diamonds 1.62 cts, 2 onyx 4.86 cts and 2 mother-of-pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Contemporary 18 Karat Rose Gold Pearl Diamond Octopus and Fish Drop Earrings
By FANCS V by Simona Elia
Located in Palermo, Italy PA
special design, each pair are different because no two pearls are the same.
These earrings feature fish
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
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W 0.79 in L 1.78 in
Emerald, Diamond and Pearl Chandelier Earrings
Located in Nantucket, MA
A pair of lovely chandelier earrings featuring oval clusters of faceted emeralds with round
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21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Dalben Design Australian South Sea Pearl Yellow Gold Dangle Earring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
South Sea pearls of 11,4 x 12,6 mm weight 23 carat .
Earring dimension :
width 11,4 mm
height with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
A.Jeschel Stunning Baroque Pearl earrings.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
These stunning Pearl and Crystal drop earrings exude elegance and charm. The pair of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Crystal, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Vermeil
White South Sea Pearl Diamonds Earrings
By Mousson Atelier
Located in Bangkok, TH
White South Sea Pearl Diamonds Earrings
Very comfortable earrings. Smooth design in combine with a
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Double Drop Pearl Earrings, 18k Gold
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
Our Pearl Duo Earrings are made by hand in 18Karat Yellow Gold and feature a pair of round mini
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2010s European Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold
Diamond Mother of Pearl Earrings
Located in Geneva, CH
Earrings in 18kt white gold set with 92 diamonds 1.07 cts, 2 onyx 2.65 cts and 2 mother-of-pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pair of Contemporary Silver Earrings "Na Linii" Handcrafted with Natural Pearls
By Artem Zakharchenko-Halytskyi
Located in Vilnius, LT
Na Linii earrings by Svitanok
This Ukrainian-origin word "Na Linii" means "on the line". It is a
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2010s European Modern Dangle Earrings
Materials
Natural Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
Contemporary lever-back Minimalistic Every Day Stud silver Earrings with pearls
By Artem Zakharchenko-Halytskyi
Located in Vilnius, LT
Na Linii stud earrings by Svitanok
This Ukrainian-origin word "Na Linii" means "on the line". It
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2010s European Modern Stud Earrings
Materials
Natural Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
Happy Hearts Pearl And Turquoise Earrings
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
These glamorous Happy Hearts earrings by Vintouch Jewels are handcrafted in Italy, featuring
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2010s European Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Vermeil
Pearl Diamond Gold Hoop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from sterling silver, these beautiful hoop earrings are set with 5.52 carats pearl and
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Gold
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Pearl Contemporary Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of pearl contemporary earrings for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and white gold. Find a collection of 1101 vintage versions or 4829 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 18th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of pearl contemporary earrings includes designs that are universally popular, but contemporary and modern styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Harbor Diamonds, Michael Kneebone and Yoko London are consistently popular. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but pearl versions, from our inventory of 4158, are particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for round cut pearl contemporary earrings and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and mixed cut alternatives. Most of our pearl contemporary earrings for sale are for women, but there are 1207 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much are Pearl Contemporary Earrings?
Prices for pearl contemporary earrings start at $35 and top out at $229,437 with these earrings, on average, selling for $2,514.
A Close Look at contemporary Jewelry
Contemporary jewelry is inextricably linked with the moment in which it is created, frequently reflecting current social, cultural and political issues such as environmental consciousness, identity and sustainability. It’s informed by fashion trends, from the chokers of the 1990s to the large chain necklaces of the early 2000s.
Jewelry is one of the oldest forms of adornment. Lockets made of silver or gold have been treasured gifts for hundreds of years, for example, and charm bracelets, which have existed since prehistoric times, didn’t become especially popular until the 19th-century reign of Queen Victoria. For many centuries, fine jewelry was used primarily to express wealth or status through lavish materials. Then, in the 1960s, a concept known as the “critique of preciousness” emerged, with jewelers creating pieces that did not get their value from gemstones or precious metals. Instead, it was the jeweler’s artistic vision that was prized and elevated.
This shift still informs Contemporary jewelry being made by artists today. Whether they are using cheap, found materials and working with provocative geometric shapes or seeking out the rarest stones, they are imbuing their work with meaning through their skills, techniques and ideas. Innovative designers such as Elsa Peretti, who popularized sculptural sterling-silver jewelry for Tiffany & Co., and David Yurman, who twisted metal into the simple yet striking Cable bracelet, have also influenced the direction of Contemporary jewelry’s forms and aesthetics.
Meanwhile, technological advancements like metal alloys and laser engraving have led to new possibilities in jewelry design. Now, edgy makers and brands as well as minimalist designers are pushing Contemporary jewelry forward into the 21st century.
Find a collection of Contemporary rings, earrings, necklaces and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
Finding the Right earrings for You
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.
Questions About Pearl Contemporary Earrings
- Where are pearl earrings from?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023No one knows for sure where pearl earrings originated, but scholars have determined that they date back to ancient times. According to surviving records, the ancient Chinese often presented members of royal families with pearls as gifts. During the 1st century B.C., Julius Caesar passed a law stating that only members of the ruling class could wear pearl jewelry. Shop a large collection of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023There are lots of reasons why you should wear pearl earrings. For one thing, pearl earrings are a classic look that has remained popular for decades. They are also highly versatile. You can wear a pair with jeans or a little black dress for an evening out. There are also many styles to choose from, so you're free to experiment with everything from studs to hoops to dangle earrings. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pearl earrings from some of the world's top dealers.
- Are pearl earrings classy?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023Yes, pearl earrings are classy. They're timeless and versatile and were favorites of Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel, Jacqueline Kennedy and many other icons of fashion. Pearl earrings can be worn casually with a favorite day dress in the summer or with a chic vintage gown for an important dinner date. Elegant and minimalist, pearl earrings have been a reliable finishing touch that has remained popular for decades. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of pearl earrings from some of the world's top sellers.
- Are pearl earrings formal?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Yes, pearl earrings can be formal. For dressier occasions, you may want to select pearl studs that are 8 millimeters in size or larger to give your ensemble a dramatic finishing touch. Large drop and dangle earrings featuring pearls are also a great way to complement formalwear. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of pearl earrings.
- How do you style pearl earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023How you style pearl earrings is up to you. One of the biggest benefits of pearl earrings is that they can complement almost anything. Wear them with jeans and a casual sweater for a weekend hangout or with a little black dress for a night on the town. They can also put a sophisticated finishing touch on workwear like suits. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of pearl earrings.
- Can you wear pearl earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, you can wear pearl earrings. Pearl earrings are versatile and can work with everything from jeans to your favorite little black dress to your go-to work blazer. Pearl earrings come in a variety of styles. Options include the traditional solitaire stud, swingy dangles, sleek drops and halos that feature a pearl surrounded by sparkling gemstones. Shop a large collection of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023There are several reasons why you should wear pearl earrings, although, like all fashion, jewelry is a matter of personal tastes and style. Pearls have timeless appeal and can be a good choice if you're looking for jewelry that will remain in style from season to season. In addition, pearl earrings are versatile. They can coordinate with your favorite jeans as easily as they can with a suit for work or a little black dress. Plus, pearl earrings come in a variety of sizes and styles. Ultimately, choose earrings that appeal to you and match your personal style, regardless of their materials. Find a large collection of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
- Who should wear pearl earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023There are no rules about who should wear pearl earrings. Both men and women can look attractive wearing earrings featuring pearls. There are many styles to choose from, including pearl studs, clusters, dangles, drops and even hoops. Feel free to wear whatever earrings appeal to you. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of pearl earrings.
- Are pearl earrings out of style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023No, pearl earrings are not out of style. Although trends are subject to seasonal change, pearls have remained popular for a very long time. Wearing pearls dates back to at least 420 B.C., with jewelry discovered in the sarcophagus of Persian royalty. Contemporary designers now experiment with unusual shapes, colors and treatments, pushing pearl jewelry beyond the traditional strand of perfect white spheres. As a result, you can find pearl earrings that are timeless, as well as looks that are in line with the latest trends. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of pearl earrings.
- Are pearl earrings flattering?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, pearl earrings can be flattering. The key is to choose styles that complement your face shape. Pearl dangle earrings can beautifully frame a round face, while pearl hoops and drops work well with oval shapes. For a square or rectangular face, try round pearl studs or button earrings. For a diamond or triangular face, long, slender dangles set with pearls are often a great choice. Feel free to try on different types of earrings to see what you like best. Shop a large collection of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023There isn't a hard-and-fast rule about whether you should wear pearl earrings with a pearl necklace. While pearl earrings can complement a pearl necklace, you're free to mix and match pieces as you see fit. For example, you might join a multi-strand statement necklace with a pair of simple gold hoops or diamond studs. A dramatic gemstone necklace can be balanced with a pair of understated pearl button earrings. On 1stDibs, shop a large assortment of pearl jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023Yes, you can wear pearl earrings with diamond earrings if you wish. One way to tie the look together is to choose pearl and diamond earrings with matching settings. For example, you can pair platinum diamond and pearl earrings or yellow gold diamond and pearl earrings. Shop a large assortment of earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023How you measure the size of pearl earrings is through their shape. If you have a classic pair of round pearl earrings, measure the diameter across. For pearl earrings in other shapes, measure the height of the stone and its width. Most jewelry makers round sizes up to the closest 0.5 millimeter. Explore a wide variety of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023Yes, you can wear pearl earrings casually. A set of pearl studs is simple enough to complement jeans or other casual attire. You can also wear them for work or special occasions for a touch of elegance. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of pearl earrings from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023Yes, it is okay to wear pearl earrings. All jewelry lovers at some point in their lives desire pearl accessories. They are elegant, timeless, versatile (just ask Coco Chanel or Jacqueline Kennedy) and valuable. Pearl earrings pair as well with an evening gown as they do with a favorite sweater, and when it comes to necklaces, a string of pearls adds a subtle glow to your face and skin. Pearls are appropriate for every occasion, whether you're interviewing for a job or sipping swanky cocktails. Find antique and vintage pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Yes, the right pearl earrings go with virtually everything. Pearl studs and simple pearl dangle earrings are especially versatile. These accessories complement everything from jeans and a sweater for a casual weekend hangout to a little black dress for a night on the town. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of pearl earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023What size of pearl earrings you should wear depends on your preferences. The most common size for pearl studs is 7 to 8 millimeters, and with these dimensions, pearl earrings can be suitable for a wide range of occasions. Some people prefer smaller earrings for everyday wear or work, while larger pearls can be bold statement-makers for nights out and special occasions. Explore a large collection of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023Although opinions vary, many people say that the classic pearl earring size is 7 to 8 millimeters. At this size, pearl studs are around 0.25 inches wide. Jewelry makers offer pearl earrings in sizes as small as 2 to 3 millimeters, and you can also find pieces that are upward of 9 to 10 millimeters in diameter. Shop a wide variety of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Yes, you can generally wear pearl earrings anytime. However, some sizes are better suited to daily wear than others. Some people feel that pearls larger than 9 millimeters in diameter are better for special occasions and evening wear. A small or medium-sized pair of pearl earrings can typically work well for casual weekends, the office and nights out. Find a diverse assortment of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
- Are pearl earrings a good gift?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023Yes, pearl earrings can be a good gift. Even as fashion trends change from season to season, pearl earrings tend to remain in style due to their versatility and beauty. Consider the personal style of the recipient when selecting earrings for them. A pair of pearl studs or cluster earrings may appeal to someone who typically wears understated jewelry, while pearl dangle or drop earrings may please someone who often opts for more dramatic pieces. Shop a large selection of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
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